Wangchuk refuses to end fast, Omar targets Centre over Ladakh-J&K ‘double standards’
Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk continues his 22-day hunger strike, causing the Leh Apex Body to cancel a planned delegation to New Delhi. Meanwhile, J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has criticized the central government for perceived double standards regarding statehood and constitutional safeguards for Ladakh versus Jammu and Kashmir.
Why it matters
The standoff highlights ongoing political tensions in the Union Territories of Ladakh and J&K regarding regional autonomy and governance.
SRINAGAR: Leh Apex Body representatives shelved Saturday a planned trip to New Delhi after fellow member and climate activist Sonam Wangchuk refused to end his 22-day hunger strike, while J&K CM Omar Abdullah accused Centre of double standards by discussing Article 371-like safeguards for Ladakh but denying statehood to J&K.LAB co-chairman Chering Dorjay Lakrook said Wangchuk had made it clear he had “no intention” of calling off his fast, prompting LAB to drop plans to send an eight-member delegation to persuade him.
Get smarter about the news
Sign up free for a feed built around what you actually care about, Dive Deeper research on any story, and the full text of every article.
Create free accountAlready have an account? Sign in